In the News (Thu 21 Mar 19)

Throughout Andalucia's history the territory was gradually decreased, reflecting the emerging strength of Christian Spain and the increasing military and political weakness of the Muslim world, then especially in North Africa.

But from this, "Andalucia" has been given as name to the entire Muslim history on the peninsula, even periods when other names were used, and territories extended far beyond Andalucia;Cordoba, Almoravids and Almohads.

Andalucia is often referred to as the most prominent example of a tolerant and cultural Muslim state, an image enhanced by the lack of such qualities in contemporary Europe.

Andalucia is Spain’s largest region and it’s the one which evokes the most powerful images of a country famed for its flamenco, fiestas, bullfighting and raw passion.

Andalucia gave birth to Pablo Picasso and the 17 th century royal painter Velasquez and it held an enduring fascination for novelists Ernest Hemingway and Laurie Lee.

Andalucia’s historic highlights include the fabulous Arab &ldquo;mezquita&rdquo; of Cordoba &ndash; the world’s third largest mosque built at a time when this was the most opulent city on the planet &ndash; and Granada’s famous Alhambra Palace which stands today as one of the most impressive architectural feats of all time.

Not an actual Province of Andalucia but Included due to its unique geography and landscape The Alpujarra is a range of mountains and valleys of outstanding natural beauty and ecological diversity with a long historic past, (the most influential being the occupation by the Moors some 700 years ago).

The smallest of Andalucia´s eight provinces is known as "the gateway to the Costa del Sol" due to the proximity of the city's airport.

It includes the provincial capital that is the second largest city in Andalucia and possibly one of the most vibrant, atmospheric and historic in Spain, with its centre with wide leafy boulevards, endearingly dilapidated streets and buildings, museums and monuments all set against the backdrop of the sparkling blue Mediterranean.

Andalucia is crossed by Guadalquivir river, the "father" of old civilizations who have left along its borders an impressive monumental track, as well as the high mountain ranges of Sierra Morena and Sistemas Beticos.

Andalucia is the "mother" of the Spanish folklore which is probably best known abroad: here you will live the magic of Flamenco and bullfighting in their most authentic style, and myths like Don Juan and Carmen were born here.

Andalucia is a large region of Southern Spain covering the provinces of Almeria, Cadiz, Cordoba, Granada, Huelva, Jaen, Malaga and Sevilla and incorporating the Costa de la Luz, the Costa del Sol, the Costa Tropical and the Costa Almeria although these last two are really part of the Costa del Sol.

Andalucia offers just about everything that anyone wanting a particular way of life is looking for, getting away from the Costa del Sol and it’s associated tourist industry there is skiing in the winter in the Sierras with the city of Granada on hand offering all that city lovers could possibly need.

Andalucia is served by six major airports Almeria, Cordoba, Gibraltar (UK only) Granada, Jerez, Malaga and Seville, so flights to Andalucia are no problem and with many of the budget airlines operating here, cheap flights to Spain are easy to find.

Villas in Andalucia for holidays close to the beach are not the only option - self catering holiday homes and cottages in Las Alpujarras are also very popular at any time of the year.

Andalucia holiday villas and cottages in Granada province are an ideal base from where a busy agenda can be planned - from culture-loaded sight-seeing, visiting the National Park or sunbathing on a stunning beach - there is something for the whole family to enjoy in this part of Andalucia.

Andalucia Natural is specialized in the Lower Alpujarras so that you can find a special offer of holiday homes Orgiva on this site.

Famous for its sun, poets, its beautiful traditions, original folklore, age-old history and the magnificient heritage left behind by the Moors, Andalucia is one of the most attractive regions in Spain.

Almost one-fifth of Andalucia`s total area has protected status for nature, with a wonderful variety of habitats, from wetlands & mudflats to dunes & desert and of course not forgetting the sierras, making it a perfect place for birdwatching.

Andalucia is certainly one of the most colourful European birding destinations just by the sheer volume and superb range of species...

Andalucia and bird-watching are one - whether you are on holiday or a resident.

Walk Andalucia offers small-group year round guided and self-guided off-the-beaten track walking holidays in the beautiful Axarquia in Spain's southernmost region where the winters are warm pleasant and the local people boast they have the best climate in Europe.

Our holidays are based in the picturesque white hillside village of Torrox Pueblo (40 minutes east of Malaga) in a friendly and inclusive environment.

Walk Andalucia is a UK company based in Torrox Pueblo, an historic Moorish village in Spain just four kilometres from the coast.

Whether you are looking for a villa near Granada, a country retreat on the Costa de la Luz,a simple cottage in Nerja, or an off-the-beaten track destination, you will find it here.

And if you are already an owner of a beautiful villa, cottage or farmhouse with private pool in Andalucia and interesting in renting your property, please contact us for a rental agreement.

The magnificent roof terrace offers splendid views over the surrounding countyside down to the Iznájar lake, whilst the vine-covered terrace downstairs gives the necessary shade in summertime and access to the attractive private pool.

Not so with guitarist/composer Brent Gunter who, on his auspicious debut CD, Andalucia on Sandia Crest, has chosen to straddle many worlds in his world fusion instrumental music, from pop and blues to flamenco and Middle Eastern, laced with jazz and classical grace notes.

Likewise, Andalucia is a crosscultural fusion of music (Gunter calls it "my very own Andalucia") that is both earth and sky-rooted yet transcendent.

He opens the CD with the lyrical beauty, "Villa de Amor," then moves into electronica territory with "The Storm Is Near," accentuated by a bluesy bending of the guitar strings and undergirded by an exotic-sounding harmonic minor scale.

This guide to Andalucia measures details on where to enjoy the best sandy beaches, alluring countryside, spectacular mountain ranges and enticing cities, as well as providing a range of accommodation options.

Whilst this is a reasonable cross section of Andalucia it can never be complete as it leaves out many small towns,villages and places of interest.

I used this guide for a week's holiday this summer and it was so useful, particularly for finding places that all the coach-loads of tourists visit and ways to beat the queues.

The white village of Montejaque is situated high in the Natural Park of Grazalema surrounded by mountains and cork oak forests.

Montejaque is the ideal place for a quiet retreat or an activity filled holiday, including Andalucia Bird Watching, Mountain Biking, Cycling, Walking holidays, as well as the historical history of the near by town of Ronda with an excellent selection of Restaurents and traditional tapas bars to choose from.

To look at our cottages in Andalucia in more depth just choose a property on the left menu.

The Subbética is a district in the heart of Andalucia that is made up of fourteen towns in the south of the province of Cordoba, Spain.

listings of Andalucia property for sale or rental. We also have a live webcam that shows live views over the town of Rute on the edge of the Subbética Natural Park in Andalucia, Spain.

If you are looking for a holiday home, investment opportunity or that dream house that gets you out of the "rat race," then please contact Andalucia-Property.net and we will try our best to find the Spanish home that meets your budget and your expectations.

We are a co operative of independent and very individual country estate agents who together offer the very best property for sale in Andalucia, southern Spain.

If you're planning to sell your house in rural Andalucia in the next few months, this FREE service is designed to establish it's current market value.

We specialize in finding country property including villas, fincas, cortijos, cottages, building plots and farms as well as town and village houses in the unspoiled inland areas of Andalucia which provide the best opportunity to enjoy the unique lifestyle of this beautiful region of Spain.